World: In response to Trump’s decision to raise tariffs on most Chinese imports to 54%, Beijing has imposed new export controls on rare earth elements and key finished products.

How Trump’s trade war with China could cost him his dream toy: A jet that's named after him

The small African kingdom of Lesotho has been hit with a 50 percent US tariff – the highest on the continent. Most of its population lives in poverty, and the tariffs are likely to worsen the situation.

Lesotho reels under hefty US tariffs that could hurt diamond industry

Global markets are on a freefall, trillions have been erased from stock values. The US-China trade war has reached a fever pitch, leaving investors scrambling and economies on the edge. Watch in for more details!

Trump tariff: Markets marginally rebound amid US-China trade tensions

World: Musk hit back swiftly on the social media platform X, stating, “Tesla has the most American-made cars. Navarro is truly a moron. What he says here is demonstrably false.”

'Truly a moron': Musk calls Trump trade adviser Navarro ‘dumber than a sack of bricks’ in clash over tariff

The tariff announcement by US President Donald Trump on April 2nd has fueled intense discussions in capitals around the world on the best way to respond. According to White House officials, more than 50 countries have directly contacted them to initiate trade talks. First in line was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who visited Trump at the White House on Monday and said that he will eliminate its trade deficit "very quickly" and wants his country to serve as a model for how to negotiate with the US on trade.

Trump tariff: China adopts tit-for-tat measures with US

Global markets are in freefall, trillions have been erased from stock values. The US-China trade war has reached a fever pitch, leaving investors scrambling and economies around the world teetering. The US market today opened with some recovery, the Dow futures rebounded 1,200 points with a rising hope for tariff deals.

Trump tariff: Global economic downturn looms as trade war escalates

World | The phone call between Han and Trump also comes as South Korea's trade minister Cheong In-kyo is traveling to the US to negotiate over tariffs with his US counterpart Jamieson Greer.

‘Things are looking good’: Trump holds phone call with South Korea's acting president

World | A ban on upcoming Hollywood releases, including Jurassic World: Rebirth, The Accountant 2 and the Mission Impossible sequel, could result in a loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in the Chinese market.

China vows to ‘fight’ against Trump’s tariff. Beijing’s plan to ban Hollywood movies could cost US millions

As global markets tumble, US President Donald Trump vows no pause in new tariffs, especially against China, threatening an additional 50% duty on Chinese imports. He also firmly rejects the EU’s latest proposal for “zero to zero” tariffs on cars and industrial goods, asserting that many nations are now coming forward to negotiate better trade deals. China has strongly pushed back, calling out US pressure tactics.

Trump warns China with 50% tariffs, rejects European Union proposal

Trump escalates tariff war with China, rejects EU proposal

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World: US President Trump continued to target China on Monday, calling it “the biggest abuser of them all,” adding in a separate post, "It all has to change."

‘Led by a clownshow’: Report claims Trump weighing 90-day tariff pause for all but China; White House calls it ‘false’

According to a government statement released on Monday, Yunus wrote directly to Trump, assuring him that Bangladesh “will take all necessary actions to fully support your trade agenda.”

‘We support your agenda’: Bangladesh’s Yunus pleads with Trump to pause tariffs for 3 months. What is India doing?

World | China on Monday (Apr 7) said that the US was aiming for "hegemony in the name of reciprocity" through its massive tariffs programme by US President Donald Trump

China on tariffs: 'US seeking hegemony in the name of reciprocity in trade war'

World | US President Donald Trump said that the deal on TikTok was pretty close. However, he noted that China changed its mind due to reciprocal tariffs.

Donald Trump says 'TikTok deal was close', claims 'China changed because of tariffs'

World | Days after US President Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on Pakistan, Pakistani Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said that a "good crisis" should not be wasted

Pakistan hopes to strengthen ties after Trump imposes 29 per cent tariffs: 'Never let crisis go waste'

US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have triggered a global backlash, with countries like China imposing steep retaliatory duties and filing complaints with the WTO. European leaders call for tariff reductions, while Tesla's Elon Musk supports zero-tariff trade with Europe. Meanwhile, trade disruptions force automakers like Jaguar to halt US exports, shaking global markets.

Global trade tensions rise as countries counter Trump’s sweeping tariffs

World: A report released Friday titled “President Trump's Tariff Formula Makes No Economic Sense. It's Also Based on an Error,” AEI’s Kevin Corinth and Stan Veuger criticised both the logic and execution of the tariff plan.

'Makes no economic sense': Trump’s tariff math is 'based on an error' and it could cost the US economy dearly - Here's how

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have officially taken effect, triggering sharp responses from across the globe. While Maduro vows retaliation, China slaps a 34% tax on all US imports. Canada and Mexico dodge the latest wave, and Elon Musk reportedly loses $18 billion in Tesla stock value. As the trade war escalates, world leaders warn of its growing consequences.

Trump's tariffs cost Elon Musk $18 billion Tesla stock

World: Ruhle suggested that Scott Bessent, who built his $521 million fortune managing massive hedge funds, can’t stomach Trump’s “absurd tariff math".

'Can’t stomach Trump’s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility

Trump's controversial new tariffs take effect from midnight, marking a fresh chapter in the ongoing trade tensions. While Trump promises "historic results," global leaders are reacting with caution. Canada calls the move "tough but an opportunity," Mexico relies on its trade deal shield, and Venezuela vows retaliation.

Trump's midnight tariffs spark global reaction and warning

World: Taking on Truth Social on Saturday, the US President said, "China has been hit much harder than the USA, not even close. They, and many other nations, have treated us unsustainably badly."

'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy'

World: India’s love for tariffs isn’t just about blocking foreign goods; it’s about shielding its own.

'Not just taxes, it’s a safety net': Why India has sky-high tariffs?

World: It will mark Israeli PM Netanyahu's fourth trip to the US since the war began in Gaza, and his second since Trump took office in January.

Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington this week, first foreign leader to discuss tariffs in person

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